Nicholas Tuck Pendley

With a heavy heart we write our final farewell to our beloved son, Nicholas Tuck Pendley. Nick was with us for much too short of a time, but in his young life he lived every minute to its fullest. His smile, laughter and big hugs will be deeply missed. Nick was born on May 10, 1999, in Merriam, KS, and welcomed and cherished by his parents Laura and Myron Pendley, and his big sister and best friend, Grace Paige Pendley. They, along with many family members and friends must now find their way to live with only his memory. Nick will be forever cherished and deeply mourned by his partner, Victoria Thomas, and their beloved dog, Dante.

Nick grew up in Missouri City, TX and graduated from Ridge Point High School in 2018 where he played both baseball and football. He was a passionate sports fan and athlete and a proud Mama’s Boy. He and his dad never missed an OU or Texans football game! On the field or in the stands, he brought the same competitive spirit, heart, and humor. He loved the energy of the game, the camaraderie of the team, and the thrill of every play. But his greatest peace was found in fishing. Whether casting a line at dawn, standing knee-deep in quiet water, or sitting beside someone he loved, fishing was his sanctuary. It gave him space to reflect, connect, and just be. It was how he stayed grounded—through stillness, nature, and the simple joy of being present.

One of the most treasured relationships in Nick’s life was the one he shared with his sister, Grace. From an early age, they were inseparable—bonded by their love of comics, horror movies, and video games. Nick was Batman and Grace was Superman, and together they formed a dynamic duo whose laughter filled the house. Video games were never played solo; they were partners in every digital world they explored. Their love for metal music was another bond—every new song was something they shared with each other first.

During his freshman year at Texas State Nick met his true love, Victoria. They built a life filled with deep love, support, and shared adventure. Whether exploring caverns, relaxing on white-sand beaches, or taking spontaneous road trips to visit friends and family, they made memories at every turn.

Nick graduated from TSU with his BS in Construction Science in 2023. He had just accepted an Assistant Project Manager position in August at Satterfield and Pontikes and moved back to Houston with Victoria and their new puppy, Dante.

Nick lived with heart, humor, and unwavering loyalty. He loved his family and especially his Mama’s cooking! He made people feel seen, valued, and loved—without ever needing to say much. He gave love freely and received it just as openly, creating bonds that were deep and lasting. His absence leaves a space that can never be filled, but his spirit continues in the stories we tell, the music we share, the inside jokes that still make us laugh.

You’ll find him in the quiet moments: in the rhythm of a favorite metal song, in the roar of a stormy day, in the warm light of a setting sun. Nick’s memory lives on in every laugh shared, every game played, and every cast line.

Nick is survived and forever in the hearts of his parents, Laura & Myron Pendley, sister Grace Pendley, and his grandmother Mary Dell (Pendley) Skodak and her husband Leonard Skodak; Aunt Paige and Uncle John Shields; Aunt Stacey and Uncle Robert Koenig (with cousins Kayla Koenig, Kara, and Adam Gunter); and Great Aunt Diane Conn (with cousins Stephanie Conn, Carrie, and Sierra Stryker).

In lieu of flowers, we invite you to join us in funding a memorial bench at Nick, Victoria and Dante’s favorite dog park, a place where his presence was so deeply felt, and where his love for animals, nature, and peaceful moments truly came alive. https://everloved.com/life-of/nick-pendley/